Bogdan Merisanu
Physical Performance Coach/ AFC A Diploma /UEFA B
Bucharest,B
Summary
I lead with integrity, courage, and from the heart. Delivering top class physical performance services open to uncertainty and calculated risk in the pursuit of success and mastery, fine tuning skills and sharing them with confidence. I focus on exploring new possibilities for change within performance system to not only optimize performance, but also positively engage, shape behaviors, and organizational culture.
Leadership Experience: Over 12 years of extensive leadership experience, adding value across organizations and teams in sport. I help create integrated environments that provide , stretch and depth to make a positive impact.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Fitness Coach
Al Tai Fc
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Responsible for physical performance of team.
- Delivered high-quality fitness training sessions, ensuring safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
- Provided feedback to coaching staff and players about management load of training sessions and matches.
Physical Trainer
Neftchi PFK
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Responsible for developing physical performance plan that is fully aligned with coaching philosophy of head coach.
- Involved with data monitoring and reports.
- Implemented physical plans in collaboration with manager and medical team.
- Key achievements: UEFA Conference League Qualification.
- Played Azerbaijan Cup Final.
Head of Physical Performance Department
CS Universitatea Craiova
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Team leadership and line management of direct reports across technical and operational departments, reporting to Board and CEO's as senior leader and Head of Department.
- Lead integrated planning, strategy, delivery and review of performance and medical services.
- Increased player and team ability to perform and remain fit for competitions, critical periods during season, phases in games and matches.
- Key Achievements: UEFA Conference League Qualification.
- Professional Football Players consistently selected for National Teams.
Fitness Coach
Al-Ahli Saudi Football Club
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Assess readiness and capability of team, organization and wider ecosystem.
- Designed and implemented physical trainings programs for players.
- Trained team independently or jointly with other trainers to provide best possible training sessions.
- Key Achievements: AFC Champions League Qualification.
Fitness Coach
Al Wasl Football Club
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Lead integrated planning, strategy, delivery and review performance, amplifying operational excellence and quality assurance.
- Data collection and interpretation.
- Build holistic quality program's around athletes well-being and performance.
- Key Achievements: AFC Champions League Qualification.
- Professional Football Players consistently selected for National Teams.
Fitness Coach
Al Wahda Football Club
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with coaches at focus group and indexing to create a cohesive program.
- Conducted individual and group training session.
- Planning and implementing systematic monitoring.
- Key achievements: won the UAE Super Cup and the Etisalat Cup.
Head of Physical Performance
Romania U21 & National Youth Teams
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Planning, organizing and designing the strategy of S&C sessions during international windows.
- Developing fitness programs for different stages of age and talent identification.
- Providing training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare the team.
- Collaboration with football clubs in Romania and abroad about to improve the physical parameters of the players.
- Key achievements: qualification to the European Championship
- Winning various International tournaments and International challenge matches.
Physical Conditioning Coach
ACS Poli Timisoara
06.2012 - 08.2015
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for players, setting clear expectations for continued improvement throughout the season.
- Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Key Achievements: promotion of the team in the first league.
Education
Masters Degree in Football S&C -
Football Science Institute
01.2019 - 04.2020
Advanced Strength and Power License (by Dan Baker) -
EXOS
AFC A LICENSE (UAE FA) - undefined
Certified Performance Specialist (XPS) - undefined
EXOS (USA)
UEFA B License - undefined
Physical Performance Coach License -
The FA Football Association (England) ,
Physical Coach License - undefined
National University of Physical Education & Sport
Bachelors Degree in Sport Science -
West University of Timisoara
04.2001 - 04.2009
Skills
Developing players to exceed the demands of their sport and be physically ready to win
Defining, developing and implementing the strategic performance direction of squads, players and performance departments through meticulous planning and delivery
Nurturing positive team environments for athletes & staff to thrive
Link
https://www.transfermarkt.de/bogdan-merisanu/profil/trainer/102540
Languages
English
French
Certification
The FA Safeguarding Children
Timeline
Fitness Coach
Al Tai Fc
09.2023 - 03.2024
Physical Trainer
Neftchi PFK
06.2022 - 06.2023
Head of Physical Performance Department
CS Universitatea Craiova
07.2021 - 06.2022
Fitness Coach
Al-Ahli Saudi Football Club
03.2021 - 07.2021
Fitness Coach
Al Wasl Football Club
12.2019 - 03.2021
Masters Degree in Football S&C -
Football Science Institute
01.2019 - 04.2020
Fitness Coach
Al Wahda Football Club
07.2018 - 12.2019
Head of Physical Performance
Romania U21 & National Youth Teams
09.2015 - 06.2018
The FA Safeguarding Children
04-2015
Red Cross CPR & First Aid
10-2014
Physical Conditioning Coach
ACS Poli Timisoara
06.2012 - 08.2015
Bachelors Degree in Sport Science -
West University of Timisoara
04.2001 - 04.2009
Advanced Strength and Power License (by Dan Baker) -
EXOS
AFC A LICENSE (UAE FA) - undefined
Certified Performance Specialist (XPS) - undefined
EXOS (USA)
UEFA B License - undefined
Physical Performance Coach License -
The FA Football Association (England) ,
Physical Coach License - undefined
National University of Physical Education & Sport
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